We are looking for a Senior Business Analyst with expertise in risk management and derivatives to join our team in West Des Moines, Iowa. In this long-term contract role, you will collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance and maintain system capabilities that support derivatives processes. This position offers a unique opportunity to drive system improvements while building subject-matter expertise in derivatives and related operations.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Collaborate with technology teams using Agile methodologies to design and implement new or enhanced system functionalities.<br>• Analyze and document business requirements, process flows, and data interactions to ensure system efficiency.<br>• Manage and maintain the system backlog, ensuring features are well-documented and prioritized effectively.<br>• Plan and coordinate system development efforts, resolving roadblocks to achieve sprint and release objectives.<br>• Act as a liaison between business stakeholders and IT teams to oversee system maintenance and support activities.<br>• Monitor system performance regularly and identify opportunities for continuous improvement.<br>• Coordinate business processes related to derivatives, including portfolio onboarding, administration, and data management.<br>• Develop in-depth knowledge of derivatives systems and processes to support pre- and post-execution activities.<br>• Provide expertise to ensure seamless integration of systems and data across investment, risk, finance, and actuarial functions.

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Finance, Information Technology, or a related field.<br>• At least 5 years of experience in risk management, IT, trading, derivatives, or similar areas.<br>• Strong knowledge of system integrations and business processes across investment, risk, finance, and actuarial functions.<br>• Proven ability to manage conflicting stakeholder priorities and deliver value-driven solutions.<br>• Solid understanding of Agile methodologies and project management practices.<br>• Exceptional attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.<br>• Experience with derivatives systems such as Bloomberg, Finastra, Calypso, Murex, Golden Source, or similar platforms.<br>• Proficiency in business analysis, gap analysis, IT risk management, and derivatives trading processes.

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